2017 Buick Cascada — Full Specifications
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The 2017 Buick Cascada is a coupe powered by a 1.6L 4-cyl turbo premium gasoline engine. It returns around 28 mpg (UK) / 23 mpg (US EPA) combined. Owners often keep a Buick Cascada workshop manual to hand for servicing and repairs.
Compared with the 2016 Buick Cascada: Fuel economy is essentially unchanged at around 28 mpg (UK) combined. The engine line-up listed by EPA is unchanged. It carries the same 5★ overall NHTSA rating.
Full Specifications
| Engine | 1.6L 4-cyl turbo |
|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic (S6) |
| Fuel Type | Premium Gasoline |
| Powertrain | Conventional |
| Drive | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Body Style | Coupe |
| Passenger Volume (EPA) | 82 cu ft (2,322 L) |
| Luggage Volume (EPA) | 9 cu ft (255 L) |
| Fuel Economy (UK) | 28 combined / 24 urban / 32 extra-urban mpg |
| Fuel Economy (US EPA) | 23 combined / 20 city / 27 highway mpg |
| CO₂ Emissions | 245 g/km |
| EPA Greenhouse Gas Score | 5 / 10 (10 = lowest emissions) |
| EPA Est. Annual Fuel Cost | $3,550 (15,000 mi/yr, US prices) |
Engine & Transmission Options
EPA lists 1 configuration for the 2017 Buick Cascada, all with the 1.6L 4-cyl turbo engine. The headline figures at the top of this page describe the most fuel-efficient configuration.
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG (UK) | MPG (US) | CO₂ g/km | Fuel cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 28 | 23 (20/27) | 245 | $3,550 |
MPG (US) shows combined, with city/highway in brackets. Highlighted row = the configuration used for the headline figures. Source: US EPA fueleconomy.gov.
EPA measures interior passenger volume at 82 cubic feet (about 2,322 litres) and luggage volume at 9 cubic feet (about 255 litres). These are US EPA interior-volume figures; they are measured differently from the boot capacity numbers UK manufacturers quote.
Owner Essentials for the 2017 Buick Cascada
Running Costs: 2017 Buick Cascada
Covering around 8,000 miles a year in a 2017 Buick Cascada at 28 mpg combined, expect roughly 1,299 litres of fuel annually — multiply by your local price per litre for a cost estimate. For US owners, the EPA estimates about $3,550 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration (15,000 miles, national average prices). Work out exact fuel costs with the fuel cost calculator on 247Calculators.
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2017 Buick Cascada Safety Ratings (NHTSA)
Recalls & Owner Complaints (NHTSA)
NHTSA lists no safety recall campaigns for the 2017 Buick Cascada as of 6 October 2026. Recalls can be issued years after a model is sold, so it is still worth checking your own VIN.
Owners have filed 15 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 Buick Cascada. The most-reported areas are Engine (7), Visibility/wiper (3), Unspecified (2). That is close to the median of 13 complaints across the 4 Buick Cascada model years in our data.
Used-buyer checklist for the 2017 Buick Cascada
Based on where NHTSA recalls and owner complaints cluster for this model year, these are the areas worth checking before you buy:
- Engine (7 owner complaints) — Listen for unusual noise on a cold start, check for warning lights and ask for the service records.
- Visibility (3 owner complaints) — Check wipers, washers and demisters work properly.
- Engine cooling (2 owner complaints) — Check coolant level, look for leaks and make sure the temperature stays steady in traffic.
Source: US NHTSA recall and consumer-complaint databases, retrieved 6 October 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects. Check any vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, and see our guide to checking a used car for recalls.
How It Compares
How does the Buick Cascada compare to similar coupes? For context, coupes in our database average around 25 mpg (UK) combined — this model's 28 mpg figure is 3 mpg better than that average. Its 245 g/km CO₂ figure is 33 g/km lower than the 278 g/km average for coupes on this site. This comparison is based on 1072 coupes in our dataset.
At 28 mpg (UK) combined it sits close to the 29 mpg average for Buick models in our database. Its 245 g/km CO₂ figure is 12 g/km higher than the 233 g/km Buick average.
Of the 4 Buick Cascada model years we cover, the 2017 ranks 3rd for combined fuel economy on its best configuration (28 mpg UK combined, against a high of 29 mpg). See every Buick Cascada year side by side.
Last updated: · Data: US EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and NHTSA safety ratings 18 July 2026; NHTSA recalls and complaints 6 October 2026; Wikidata & curated EU catalogue 18 July 2026; European generation and engine data from Wikipedia 7 October 2026
Vehicle data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Always verify with your vehicle handbook or a qualified mechanic. This is a reference tool, not professional advice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What engine does the 2017 Buick Cascada have?
It's fitted with a 1.6L 4-cyl turbo premium gasoline engine, paired with a automatic (s6) transmission.
What is the fuel economy of the 2017 Buick Cascada?
The most efficient configuration returns around 28 mpg (UK) combined, or 23 mpg on the US EPA cycle.
How much does the 2017 Buick Cascada cost to fuel per year?
The US EPA estimates about $3,550 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration, based on 15,000 miles of mixed driving and national average fuel prices. Your own cost will depend on mileage and local prices.
Does the 2017 Buick Cascada have a good safety rating?
It holds an overall NHTSA rating of 5 stars, with 4 stars for frontal crash protection.
Does the 2017 Buick Cascada have any recalls?
NHTSA lists no safety recall campaigns for the 2017 Buick Cascada as of 6 October 2026. Recalls can be issued years after a model is sold, so it is still worth checking your own VIN.
What are the most common problems reported for the 2017 Buick Cascada?
Among the 15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are Engine (7 complaints), Visibility/wiper (3 complaints), Unspecified (2 complaints). Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects, and raw counts rise with how many cars were sold.
How much interior and luggage space does the 2017 Buick Cascada have?
EPA measures interior passenger volume at 82 cubic feet (about 2,322 litres) and luggage volume at 9 cubic feet (about 255 litres). These are US EPA interior-volume figures, which are measured differently from the UK boot-capacity numbers manufacturers quote.
Is the Buick Cascada's fuel economy good for a coupe?
Yes — it returns around 28 mpg (UK) combined, against a same-body-style average of roughly 25 mpg among the coupes we track, making it one of the more efficient options in its class.